Director of Nursing

Westminster Winter Park, a beautiful Active Living Community in Winter Park has an open position for a dynamic Director of Nursing.  This position is for our 80-bed skilled nursing facility. 
We are a church related not-for-profit community service organization dedicated and committed to providing services for older adults.

JOB SUMMARY: Plan, organize, develops and directs the overall operation of the skilled nursing unit  in accordance with current federal, state, local and standards, guidelines and regulations that govern our facility.

Essential Job Functions:


* Supervise staff which involves direct and indirect care.


* Prepare and administer budget within fiscal guidelines.


* Develop and maintain nursing care objectives and standards of nursing care practices.


* Plan, organize, and direct effective administration of unit.


* Assure residents of a comfortable, clean, orderly and safe environment.


* Assist in the development of Resident Care Plans.


* Maintain required records.  Review, update, and revise policies including OSHA, HIPAA, and QA procedures to meet current objectives and State and Federal standards.


* Comply with, support and ensure all company policies involving safety and infection control procedures including the proper use of mechanical lifts, gait belts, and PPE.


* Ensure medication administered as ordered in accordance with nursing standards, company policies, and medical orders.


* Monitor staff relations practices to ensure that employees maintain high morale and staff retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, positive supervisory practices, and a positive work environment.



* See job description for complete list of essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Training:


* Must be a Registered Nurse in good standing and currently licensed by the State of Florida. 


*  BSN (4 year degree) from an accredited university or college preferred.  


* Must be CPR Certified.

 Experience:   


* Must have a minimum of 5 years experience as a staff nurse in a long term care in a supervisory position and a background in gerontology as well as strong leadership and management skills.   


* Must be able to relate positively to residents, families, and government regulators, and to work cooperatively with other associates at all levels.  


* Must have experience in performance management and effective leadership.

Must have ability to complete multiple projects.   


* Must possess basic computer skills, including e-mail use.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In alignment with public health best practices WESTMINSTER COMMUNITIES OF FL strongly encourages annual influenza vaccination for all healthcare personnel.

Employees may be required to either:


* Provide documentation of current seasonal influenza vaccination,
or


* Submit a written declination and, if applicable, comply with alternative protect...